Vermont

SummaryVermont is one of our “Gold Star” open carry states. There is complete state preemption of all firearms laws, open carry is constitutionally protected and law enforcement is aware of its legality.

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That the people have a right to bear arms for the defence of themselves and the State and as standing armies in time of peace are dangerous to liberty, they ought not to be kept up; and that the military should be kept under strict subordination to and governed by the civil power.

Minimum Age to OC

16

Preemption

Complete State Preemption of All Firearm Laws

NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms